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The communication subsystem consists of digital, RF, and optical components and that collectively transmit mission information across a constellation of satellites.\nYou will guide a team of Payload subsystem and system Certified Principal Engineers (CPEs), as well as Integration and Test engineers in the design, development, integration, and delivery of complex RF subsystems and flight hardware. You will ensure technical requirements, specifications, analyses, and test strategies are successfully executed while driving trade studies and technical decisions that impact mission performance.\nEqually important, you will hire, coach, and grow RF engineering talent. You will provide clear direction, foster collaboration, recognize accomplishments, and create development opportunities for your team. You will partner with program leadership across engineering, manufacturing, and program management to align technical execution with mission needs.\nResponsibilities include:\nLead and develop an experienced team of RF engineers while promoting technical excellence and career growth\nBuild the talent pipeline by hiring, mentoring, and training RF engineering staff.\nEvaluate team members through performance reviews, guide promotions, manage merit considerations, and recognize achievements.\nOwn and manage payload systems engineering work products including specifications, requirements, analyses, and verification/test plans and strategies.\nEnsure Lockheed Martin Space standard processes, tools, best practices, and training are properly implemented across the team.\nCollaborate and communicate effectively across program leadership, including Program Management, Chief Engineer, and IPT leads.\nApply Lockheed Martin’s Full Spectrum Leadership values to foster a high-performance team culture.\nBasic Qualifications\nExperience with RF design, systems engineering, or integration and test\nLead or leadership experience\nExperience guiding teams through major program milestones such as design reviews, test readiness, integration, or delivery\nTo meet requirements of the program/customer, this position requires the selected employee to be a U.S. Citizen; must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance\nDesired Skills\nDemonstrated people management skills including mentoring, coaching, performance management, and team development\nStrong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence across stakeholders effectively, including customers, suppliers, management, and peers.\nExperience developing and delivering RF or digital hardware for space applications\nBackground as an IPT lead, CPE, or RSE or equivalent leadership role\nExperience working on Mission Assurance Class C and/or D Space Programs\nExperience/Ability to work in a fast paced environment\nSecret security clearance\nPay Information\nFull-Time Salary Range: $135700.00 - $251900.00\nAt Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. 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